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Superannuation

FOHFs get the nod from van Eyk

van Eyk have released research which prescribes fund of hedge funds (FOHFs) as an attractive risk-return inclusion in portfolios, provided investors are willing to stomach high fees.

Russell Master trust picks up $500 million post Choice

Russell Investment Group's SuperSolution Master Trust has picked up $500 million in corporate super fund assets since the start of the government's choice of fund legislation in July 2005.

Mariner trust awarded "Approved" rating by MIA

Mariner Mortgage Management Limited was awarded an 'Approved' rating from Managed Investment Assessments (MIA), after comparing the trust against similar mortgage funds in a comparative review.

Cromwell Diversified Property Trust gets thumbs up

Property Investment Research (PIR) upgraded the rating of Cromwell Diversified Property Trust (CDPT) from AA- to AA, making it one of the highest rated property syndicates in the market.

Consumers getting the message on super: ANOP

ANOP research says consumer's know more about choice, but are choosing to stay put, while a desire for super saving and government co-contribution will drive a push to change the system.

Stop speculating and get back to capitalism: Bogle

The superannuation industry should stop speculating for short term gains and start re-building the "truth" principles of capitalism, if we are to avoid the mistakes of corporate America.

Asset consultants and super fund CIOs in harmony

At the ASFA conference this week, David St John, CIO of Unisuper and David McMahon, head of consulting at Intech shared the stage and the same view that asset consultants and super fund CIOs can work together "in harmony".

Gore says industry should steer by the stars

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) kicked off its annual conference this week with keynote speaker Al Gore telling the financial services industry to "steer by the stars".

Suncorp makes pension more flexible

Suncorp has launched a pension product designed for consumers who want access to their pension money but don't necessarily want to leave the workforce.

Bank profits drive super savings: ABA

Banks may be the companies we love to hate but they play a crucial role in driving earnings in our super funds.